4 Reasons Why You Should Buy a New Home vs. a Used Home
Buying a home is typically one of the biggest decisions that people will make in their lifetime. You may be considering the pros and cons of buying new vs. used. It requires a significant financial investment, so it's important for homebuyers to be happy with the results of their investment. If you're thinking that building a new home is a wise decision, congratulations, you are well on your way to making a sound investment.
Know Your Home's Future
Buying Used - Even though most used homes undergo a home inspection before it's sold, the buyer can never be 100% certain that they know everything about the home. Hidden problems can surface months or even years later and some repairs can be quite costly. The amount needed for repairs, plus the monthly mortgage can become a burden for months or even years to come.
Buying New - Buying a brand-new home means everything in the home is completely new and has passed regular inspections throughout the building process. The new homeowners can rest assured that all the key components in the home will operate seamlessly without requiring any repairs for the foreseeable future. Not only are components such as lighting and plumbing fixtures under a manufacturer's warranty, but the home itself is also typically under warranty by the builder for at least a year.
For first-time homebuyers, buying a new home is a great way to gradually ease into homeownership. By the time repairs are needed. The first-time homebuyer will be comfortable with homeownership, and will either know who to call for repairs, or they may be ready to try a DIY repair themselves.
The Design you Want
Buying Used - Many people search for months or even years to find a used home that perfectly meets their needs. During their search, there's always something about each home that doesn't fit the buyer(s). Either a home doesn't have enough bedrooms, the kitchen layout is awkward, the home is dark and gloomy, or there aren't enough bathrooms. Those who finally decide on a used home invariably have to live with something they don't like. Many buyers wait for years until they have the funds for a remodeling project.
Buying New - New homes are built with today's lifestyles in mind. Right from the beginning, homebuyers can select a floor plan that works best for their needs, so they won't need to complete any remodeling projects after their move-in date. Then once the project is complete, the new homeowners simply move in and begin to enjoy their new home.
Best for Busy Lifestyles
Buying Used - Sometimes people will buy a used home thinking they'll have the time (and the funds) to do all the DIY projects that must be done to make the home their own. Then life gets busy, and they simply don't have time to complete any of the changes. Nothing in the home ever improves, and they remain stuck living in an uncomfortable situation that doesn't work for themselves or their families.
Buying New - Owners of new homes are busy doing other things besides repairs and/or remodeling projects. Since everything in their new home is already designed to their specifications and nothing needs repair. New homes are completely turnkey, so homeowners can spend their extra time with their families, or expand their career, developing a new hobby, entertaining, etc. rather than continuously working on home projects.
Surpassing all Expectations
Building a new home is an exciting process! It's very fulfilling to watch all the progress unfold. You are able to go from dreaming it. To actually see it become a reality. And along the way, there is always expert help available for decisions about cabinetry, lighting fixtures, etc, so the process never seems overwhelming.
Work With the Premier New Home Builders in Alabama
At Hyde Homes, we stand ready to create the home and lifestyle of your dreams. We have a wealth of floor plans to choose from, all with gorgeous designs, to meet the needs of the most discriminating buyer. Our beautiful homes are backed by some of the best warranties in the business. When complete, your home will be covered by a full, top to bottom, one-year warranty. We also provide a ten-year warranty for the structural elements of each home we build.
